"Life Science Research Professional 2 (LSRP2)"

Stanford University is seeking a Life Science Research Professional 2 (LSRP2) to support research activities in the Seeholzer Lab within the Department of Neurobiology, School of Medicine. The LSRP2 will contribute to ongoing research projects through a combination of experimental work, mouse colony support, laboratory operations, and regulatory compliance activities, working closely with the Principal Investigator and laboratory members.

The Seeholzer Lab studies how sensory epithelial cells in peripheral tissues, such as the airways, detect environmental stimuli and communicate with the nervous system to drive protective physiological responses. The laboratory is a collaborative, supportive, and growing research environment focused on combining animal models, tissue-based methods, and imaging approaches to address fundamental questions in sensory biology.

This position is well suited for an experienced research professional who enjoys hands-on experimental work, supporting laboratory infrastructure, and contributing to the development of a new research program. The LSRP2 will play an important role in maintaining laboratory operations, supporting mouse-based research, assisting with regulatory and safety compliance, and providing technical training and support to laboratory members, particularly undergraduate researchers. The position reports directly to the Principal Investigator and works in coordination with departmental administrative staff and university support offices.

Duties include:

• Support ongoing research projects through hands-on experimental work, including tissue processing, immunohistochemistry, imaging, and analysis of mouse tissues.
• Manage and maintain the laboratory mouse colony in coordination with the Principal Investigator and lab members, including supporting breeding strategies and ensuring availability of appropriate experimental animals.
• Contribute to development, refinement, and execution of experimental protocols, and assist with interpretation of experimental results in collaboration with the research team.
• Work with shared research resources, core facilities, and campus support units to coordinate experimental workflows and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Assist with preparation of research materials for manuscripts and presentations by organizing and verifying experimental data, figures, and methods documentation under PI supervision.
• Provide technical training and day-to-day guidance to undergraduate researchers and new lab members in core laboratory techniques and best practices.
• Support laboratory operations by maintaining supplies, coordinating routine equipment maintenance, and assisting with purchasing and vendor communication in collaboration with administrative staff.
• Assist with laboratory compliance and safety activities, including maintaining chemical inventories, supporting animal and chemical safety documentation, and coordinating required trainings and inspections with university offices.
• Help ensure smooth day-to-day laboratory operations through general lab support, organization of shared spaces, and coordination of routine logistics.

Other duties may also be assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience managing or supporting a mouse colony in an academic research setting, including coordination with lab members to support experimental needs.
• General background in a scientific discipline related to the laboratory’s research focus (e.g., neuroscience, biology, physiology, or a related field).
• Familiarity with animal research compliance requirements (e.g., APLAC/IACUC), including supporting protocol documentation, personnel training records, or inspections.
• Experience with laboratory chemical safety practices, including maintaining chemical inventories, safety documentation, and participating in routine lab inspections.
• Experience supporting day-to-day laboratory operations in a research or teaching environment, such as maintaining laboratory stock, coordinating routine equipment maintenance, or providing general lab support.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administrative personnel in a collaborative academic research environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks or projects in a complex and technical setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including communicating with vendors, core facilities, or university support offices as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED): Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

The expected pay range for this position is $85,376 to $99,581 per annum.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
• Position may require repetitive motion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
• May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include, but are not limited to, chemicals, pesticides, and solvents, allergens, blood bourn pathogens.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.
• May be exposed to radiation or electromagnetic fields.